Long before GPS guided millions, Gladys West’s mathematical precision made it possible. The Virginia-born Navy mathematician reshaped modern navigation, proving that quiet genius can transform the...
By Dr. Cliff Hayes Delegate Virginia General Assembly Recently, I asked Norfolk Commissioner of the Revenue, Blythe Scott, about technology trends. She immediately pointed out to...
As Virginia welcomes a new administration, Delegate Cliff Hayes Jr. outlines priorities for broadband, cybersecurity, AI governance, digital government, and workforce digital literacy to ensure equitable...
Beyond family and faith, this holiday season invites us to appreciate how technology — from virtual classrooms to telehealth and community networks — quietly strengthens connections,...
In “Faith Meets Innovation,” Delegate Cliff Hayes highlights how Virginia Union University’s Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology is training pastors and faith leaders to skillfully...
Virginia is modernizing its elections with certified optical-scan systems, strict wireless restrictions, and statistically rigorous risk-limiting audits — all aimed at safeguarding every vote and preserving...
Cars are no longer defined by horsepower alone — today’s models are packed with advanced driver-assistance systems, connectivity suites, digital keys, and electric powertrains that are...
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the tech industry, not by replacing jobs but by transforming them. From software engineers to cybersecurity specialists, AI is amplifying human potential,...
As technology prices climb in 2025—from gaming consoles to cloud services—families and businesses face new financial pressures. Delegate Cliff Hayes Jr. shares strategies to manage costs...
Virginia Tech will honor iconic poet and educator Nikki Giovanni with a June 8 celebration featuring Kwame Alexander and Renee Watson in an afternoon of poetry,...
The Digital Download is a weekly column dedicated to exploring the power, promise, and impact of technology in our everyday lives, written by Delegate Cliff Hayes, an experienced technology leader and public servant.
The column aims to educate, inform, and empower readers with insight into how digital tools, innovations, and trends are shaping our communities, policies, and futures.
From artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to broadband access and smart devices, Digital Download breaks down complex tech topics in an accessible way for all.
